Sports Injury

Help for Victims of Youth Sports Injuries

Youth sports are America's pastime. From high school wrestling, youth and high school football, and little league baseball to tennis, soccer and hockey, young people in Arizona seem to be more involved in school-sponsored and amateur athletics than ever before.

More players can mean more pressure on school systems and youth sports organizations to provide up-to-date equipment, well-trained referees and experienced coaches. Accidents happen and serious youth sports injuries do occur.

At the Phoenix area law office of James R. Page, you will find the straightforward and down-to-earth legal advice you need. Mr. Page is a Certified Specialist in Injury and Wrongful Death Litigation by the Arizona State Bar, as well as a longtime baseball and football coach. Let us help you determine whether filing a personal injury claim is the best way to handle your child's sports injury (or your own). Contact us today for a free consultation.

When Is a Sports Injury Cause for a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

The conventional wisdom at our firm is that the answer depends on the severity of the injury and the existence of any provable negligence. In addition, there is the practical concern of identifying possible sources of insurance coverage or other financial compensation.

The following are three examples of potential personal injury cases in the sports arena:

• Product liability: Your child suffers serious head injuries because of a defective football helmet design
• Negligent supervision: Your child suffers a severe neck injury when an untrained referee fails to recognize the seriousness of a wrestling hold (negligent supervision)
• Premises liability: Your child breaks a bone in a fall caused by negligent field or clubhouse design or maintenance

This is not intended to be a complete list, rather an illustration of the fact that it may take the help of a highly experienced attorney to determine whether a youth sports injury forms the legal basis of a personal injury liability action.

To discuss the specifics of your situation with a respected personal injury trial lawyer who understands youth sports, call our Phoenix area offices at 480-443-1234 or e-mail us now to request a free consultation.